1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
